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[lauriehenson]

I’m new and discovered Backyard Chickens when trying to figure out why my 17 week old pullets won’t use the dust bath. They don’t dust bathe at all, for that matter. I grew up on a farm and ranch in patches. I am now 53 and haven’t had livestock since I was 29 yr old. When I was young, chickens weren’t the way they are now. Fancy and spoiled. I am researching as much as I can to learn how this is done. I admit, it’s fun and a lot of work. I did tons of research but there’s too much conflicting info. On YouTube and the books alike. So I’m trying to find my medium according to my region and lifestyle. I’ve been through a lot since receiving my day old chicks Oct 17, 2022. Im sure I’ll have a lot more bumps until I experience it all. Making mistakes has a cost that’s too high, I’ve learned that the hard way already.
Im glad to be here, I hope I can fix my birds bath so they’ll bathe.
Thank you
Laurie Henson

 

[DobieLover]

Hello Laurie, and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

 

[SilverBirds]

Welcome to BYC! Thanks for joining us.

I'd just give them time. Making the container bigger might help get them more interested.

 

[Idaho Chicken Bungalow]

Welcome to the coop! I use the Forums and Articles tabs at the top of the page to do research. You can get lost for hours. It's nice to know you are minutes away from getting help with questions and emergencies! I always check in the "What's New" section as well at the top of this page. This way I can read how I may have a similar question or help give some advice.

 

[sourland]

Hello, and welcome to BYC.

 

[Grammy60]

Hello Laurie and welcome to BYC We are happy you have joined us.

 

[hugyourchicken]

I’m new and discovered Backyard Chickens when trying to figure out why my 17 week old pullets won’t use the dust bath. They don’t dust bathe at all, for that matter. I grew up on a farm and ranch in patches. I am now 53 and haven’t had livestock since I was 29 yr old. When I was young, chickens weren’t the way they are now. Fancy and spoiled. I am researching as much as I can to learn how this is done. I admit, it’s fun and a lot of work. I did tons of research but there’s too much conflicting info. On YouTube and the books alike. So I’m trying to find my medium according to my region and lifestyle. I’ve been through a lot since receiving my day old chicks Oct 17, 2022. Im sure I’ll have a lot more bumps until I experience it all. Making mistakes has a cost that’s too high, I’ve learned that the hard way already.
Im glad to be here, I hope I can fix my birds bath so they’ll bathe.
Thank you
Laurie Henson

Welcome Laurie enjoy yourself here

 

[Tookie]

Hi and welcome to BYC!

 

[pennyJo1960]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens Laurie . This is a great place to explore and hang out.
Like you had not had them for like 38 years. Lot's more breeds and egg colors to choose from.

 

[highlandcows03]

Hi! Welcome to BYC!!!